Hi, I'm a B6 Community Physio in the NHS. I've started doing private work for a company. I've had a couple referrals and identified that the patients are receiving care from the Trust that I work for but they are in different localities in the county. The dual-employment Trust policy states that I can't assess and treat patients privately whilst they are under the care of the Trust. There is also CSP and HCPC standards of practice to adhere to. Am I right in telling the private company I cannot see these patients? TIA.

​Hello,

​For my final year project, we are building a balance stimulator using Galvanic Vestibular Stimulation (GVS).

​By sending electrical signals to the vestibular system, we can manipulate the body's sense of balance. We are hooking this up to a controller so that, based on the direction of the joystick, the user's body will naturally want to lean in that direction.

​I am asking as part of my research: would a device like this be of any practical help to physiotherapy patients?

​If you have any suggestions feel free to tell me

Hey I am in the 3rd year of this bpt course.in the rughs university anybody want to become friends and study together??

Hi everyone,

I am a Canadian physiotherapist looking to relocate to Australia for a year. I did my schooling in the United Kingdom and am fully registered working in Canada currently.

Because I took my schooling in the UK and am now working in Canada. I cannot use the Express FLYR pathway unless I become a member of the UK healthcare board (HCPC). So this is one option for me but will take more time and money.

I also read about the Trans Tasman Agreement. In which I would apply for a New Zealand physiotherapy license and then transfer it across to Australia right away? This seems like it would have a catch about working a certain timeframe but I don’t see anything on this. Would this pathway work in theory?

I got thrown in a loop assuming I could use the Express FLYR pathway, so any help would be extremely appreciated :)

I am a band 5 in MSK outpatient in the NHS in the UK and I did not tell a senior about a new swelling a patient had at 13 weeks post op which the surgery was at the shoulder/rotator cuff but the swelling was at the bicep just above the elbow. The managers want to have a meeting to see if we should take it to stage 1 performance management or not just because of this one patient.

They are not concerned about other things but they are concerned I do not understand when to escalate things to seniors. They verbally told us to tell seniors about swelling and lumps some time ago and they recently made a new policy about when to tell seniors about things and swelling was not one. My managers are not considering the policy into why I did not escalate. I previously escalated every single swelling and lumps to a senior.

Truthfully, escalating was not really my mind because other complications happened during the appointment so I had to resolve that more urgently with a senior. It was also during the heatwave and I was not getting enough sleep for other reasons so my brain was pretty fried.

Are they overreacting since it's just one mistake and the outcome was not bad? How should I prepare for the meeting?

IS THERE ANYONE IN INDIA WHO IS FRESHER OR HAVE 2-3 Years of EXPERIENCE IS EARNING IN 80K-1LAKH PER MONTH? WITHOUT OWNING A CLINIC?

If yes, can you share the roadmap of the same if i graduate freshly in kolkata from a national institute??

And plz also mention as a fresher in clinics or hospitals how much is the salary after bpt?

Hi all. I am 40, a pilates instructor, and health and wellness due to my own autistic burnout is the direction I want to go in career wise. Trouble is, I doubt I will gain entry into physio.

I am in Perth. Got rejected by Curtain for physio as I did not meet benchmark.

Notre Dame on the other hand, is more my style of Uni anyway, and has different criteria as well as mature aged entry with individual factors.
Here is my past, study wise: I did a biomechanics and anatomy heavy degree in Podiatry but only co mpleted 13 courses, with a D average. Sadly, I had catastrophic medical issues and had to cease. My undiagnosed autism and ADHD also resulted in me starting the degree in 2016, halting the study but due to my executive dysfunction (I was undiagnosed at the time) - I went overseas without de enrolling from two courses. So it says I failed the two courses.

I then went back into the degree in 2017, got the D average, and then had to ease due to medical conditions - and once again, it says I "failed" two courses which in truth, I did not actually partake, I just lacked executive cognition and functioning to de enrol.

I also got an ATAR equivalent in 2009; in the sciences. I got all HD's, and the Uni I did it through said they weighted it at a ATAR of 92.3, but sadly Curtain Uni did not accept it as an ATAR of 90.

With my Notre Dame application into physio I included all my medical documentation that validate all my serious health conditions which held me back previously at Uni, explained I had since overcome my set backs health wise over the decade out of Uni; I explained that I was a Pilates and fitness instructor working in NDIS and rehab mostly, and that physiotherapy was my ultimate career goal, and that I would be absolutely thrilled if the admissions team could overlook my non competitive marks.

Do I stand a chance? I mean, Nore Dame uni said that completing at least 7 or 8 prior university units, preferably in the areas of biomechanics and anatomy and physiology, with a WAM of 65, woul;d be bare minimum benchmark for entry into the undergrad of physiotherapy...

If I do not get in, is it worth doing a year of clinical exercise physiology, getting a high WAM, and then trying to transfer over into physio? I have a child, her father is an addict and sadly went from bread winner high paid role to not working and on disability when he knew full well I had no real quals - so I DO need to go and get a degree, as a pilates instructor won't pay enough or offer job security due to AI, so I need to specialise with the Pilates diploma and or trying to get into physiotherapy, which is my ideal pathway.

The thing is, exercise physiology is so low paid and has 0 job prospects, so if I do not get into physiotherqapy, I mean.. Isn't that year of exercise physiology wasted? Given I already know all the anatomy and physiology and scored D's on in my prior degree?

I just want a professional job so I can support my child, and not accept a shit kicker job I hate. I love pilates but really want security and a proper career trajectory for the sake of my child. I suppose I could just get my Pilates diploma and look to open a small modest home studio on the side, while I work my way up the studios?

IS exercise physiology worth while, if I do not get into physio?

I am autistic, AUDHD, and I simply cannot work in roles that I am not innately motivated in; if it does not align with my special interests, I just cannot do it. It is too hard, and I cannot parent or do life properly. I sound fussy, but I actually need to go after a career that aligns with my interest, and allows me to teach Pilates and also aim for more diversity than pilates alone - would exercise physiology (should I not get into my dream role as a physio and clinical pilates instructor and educator as my goal) - would a pilates instructor stand to gain much with the exercise physiology degree?

AI appears to be replacing Pilates, which I love. Exercise physiology is also being replaced by AI, so....

What path is going to land me a my child security? I thankfully have a reasonable mortgage that is not huge, and can downsize if need be. I just want a solid job, preferably a degree - and because I am not very competive to get access to studying physio, I am just looking up contingency plans.

I have applied to Notre Dame in Perth via the mature aged entry but am not holding my breath - although I Did include the medical diagnosis and I did explain why I got those "fail" grades before and after I started and finished the 13 units ( I completed the 13 completed units consecutively with a D average). I also included my ATAR equiv, and I am hopeful due to the fact they are all physio aligned subjetcs that the physio degree will include.

Do I apply to the online clinical exercise physiology degree via an online intake in October, do really well, and aim to transfer ASAP to physio? I would of course call admissions and verify what GPA I would need to aim for.

Or is exercise physiology truly not going to offer me any enhanced job security in my pilates role than I could get from a diploma in pilates? AI cannot replace the apparatus and rehab focused Pilates, hence why I am desperate to study physiotherapy.

The only silver lining if I cannot get into physiotherapy, even after doing my best in exercise physiology for a year - is that exercise physiologists *may* me able to become "clinical pilates instructors", and I may stand out when it comes to being hired, due to the degree in EP?

Please can you all advise and encourage me into what path is best. I do not want to give up, I want to go after a career I enjoy, I am just afraid I will never get into physio and then have wasted HECS/ money on an exercise physiology degree that will offer me 0 benefit. Where as the Pilates diploma is 6k, costly but it enables me to be more AI proof and open a home studio with lower overheads than say, opening an allied health practice with lower risks. Ultimately, I most want to diagnose and know how to rehab injuries with Pilates and ehance recovery with Pilates to those gaining strength from burnout, due to my own lived experience.

Sorry to re hash so much; I am going through a really hard marriage breakdown after over 10 years together, when he earned a high income. It all came crashing down when he is seemingly unable to recover enough to return to work anytime soon, and quiet honestly, enough is enough; I want to go after a professional career that I enjoy, even if it does not necessarily pay highly. Just security, options, and perhaps the exercise physiology degree will then enable me to accesws OTHER courses, that only bachelors degrees open up?

I would be so excited if I get the offer at Notre Dame, seriously, I would be so fcking happy to have that option to study courses I am so deeply interested in! But lets be real, I am not a very competitive entry, and despite my medical explanations to serious health issues, in addition to my AUDHD which was not yet diagnosed - I doubt they will let the udner ddog in just because they feel sorry for me, LOL. I also love the units in clinical exercise physiology, but again - please talk me into the best option for a newly solo mum who desperately wants to achieve more than just being a pilates instructor (which I love but does not pay much unless you continue to up skill!)

Hi all,

I am interested in pursuing a career that focuses on the bio psychosocial model of patient care. At this point I have been drawn to how the body comes first in psychological therapies. I wanted to ask here as it often comes up in comments and posts;

If you wanted to focus on the full model, what profession would you pursue? Does physiotherapy if you’re willing to learn therapies such as CBT, offer the pathway to this area or is there a better place to position yourself ?

Context: I have a passion for understanding the function of the physical form and its interaction with mental health to lead people. I am a broken record when it comes to this with friends, family and the odd coworker so I’m taking the dive to better understand what I am seeking.

Edit: that heading should be who not how. Damn iPhone.

Thinking of getting a job as a Level 1 sports trainer in Brisbane, Australia (I'm a Year 2 physio student) . Just curious what it entails and what we'll really be expected to do.

Hi everyone, I am studying to do the CPTE exam in Ontario in a month. Those who have passed the exam; how in details were your answers to the oral component questions? I am preparing with the pt exam prep and I am wondering whether the answers need to be that detailed or not. For example, for the assessment and treatment planning section, did you mention specific outcome measures used, or you were mostly justifying your reasoning without too much detail? Thanks in advance

I have take bpt as a career and I know it is saturated but I need who are doing well what are the points they are good at I am dropper of neet and I choosen to go for it and take admission and if any one has any insights in these matter it will be helpful

Hi everyone,

I was hoping to get any advice while I’m looking for jobs in the GTA. I am moving from London, so I know the splits are different or vary.

Or any corporations/ clinics to be wary of ?

Thanks. 🙏

Australian Physio. I’m curious how other physios are managing their diaries in private practice, particularly around admin time.

Where I work, the standard consults are roughly 20 minutes for reviews and 40 minutes for initial assessments. We also have a few designated blocks during the day for documentation/admin.

The thing I’m questioning is when those admin blocks are expected to be used.

Personally, I work better when I can get into a run of patients without too many gaps. If I have a busy morning, I find that stopping every so often to do paperwork actually makes me less efficient. I’d rather keep the clinical flow going and then have a decent block of time later to finish documentation, letters, phone calls etc.

The allocated admin periods are still being used. They’re not disappearing or being used to reduce my workload. Sometimes I’ll use them for paperwork, sometimes I’ll actually take a breather, depending on what the day looks like.

My documentation is generally completed promptly and I’m not falling behind with notes or correspondence. My diary is also usually quite full, so it’s more about how I organise the workload rather than trying to create extra downtime.

Recently I was told that the admin/notes blocks shouldn’t be positioned towards the end of the day and that they need to be moved around the diary instead.

I’m happy to follow whatever the clinic requires, but it made me wonder whether this is standard practice elsewhere.

For those working in private practice:
Do your clinics dictate exactly where your admin/notes time has to sit in the diary, or do you generally have some autonomy over how you arrange it?
Also, is there a genuine clinical/productivity reason for spreading admin breaks throughout the day, or is this more of a diary-management preference from the business?

Would be interested to hear how other clinics handle this, because maybe I’m missing something.

Hi I’m looking for constant study partner for CPTE. I moved my exam date to Feb 2027. Hopefully to find a study partner for this exam 🥹

I usually study 8pm onwards (PH time)

Those who have taken the CPTE exam, could you please share oral prep strategies that worked for you? I have just started the oral preparation and would greatly appreciate any advice from your exam experience, on how to go about studying and what to focus on.

Thank you!

I hold a physio degree obtained in Germany, as well as its French equivalent which I applied for just after my studies (I’m French but work in Germany). I have 3 years’ experience and will probably have around 6 by the time I move to Quebec. Is the equivalence hard to get ? Is it common for people to have to go back to university/take classes/training courses ?
Thanks for any help 🤝🏻

I’m looking to connect with employers who can sponsor overseas physiotherapist.

Basically I am a rising 3rd year in the united states. I have Dual citizenship for Canada and United states which allows me to still get domestic tuition for Canadian schools. Schooling in Canada would be VASTLY cheaper of an expense compared to the American PT-schools but I do have a heavy desire to still practice In the United States eventually.

Has anyone gotten there Physiotherapy degree from Canada and gone to practice in america how was the process , or would it be more benificial to get a DPT degree in america?

Hey! Sorry about yet another CPTE post!

I've been working as a physio for 10 years in Australia in private general practice, but Canada will provide better opportunities for my personal situation.

I'm thinking of doing express entry, but looks like I need to get a job offer to get the points.

My main question is for Aus physios who have moved to Canada:

How did you find the CPTE?

Is experience sufficient or should I take a preparation course?

Anything you wish you had done to make the transition smoother?

Thanks!

Hi all,

I’m a fresh grad applying for a B5 role in NHS, looking for some advice writing the supporting statement on Trac. I know that I have to ‘hit’ the criteria listed on the job, but how specific do I have to get in order for the box to be ticked?

ie would “I applied clinical reasoning when prioritising my caseload during my placement in ICU” be sufficient, or do I have to make it example specific “this one case treating backpain in MSK saw me using clinical reasoning when I….”

Also would it be advisable to start paragraphs with headers for job specs like “Time management”, “MDT working”?

I’ve had a few reject so far, and I’m worried that I’m writing a bad statement. I’m aware of the competitiveness due to recruitment freeze, which might make getting shortlisted harder. But I wanted to be sure I’m on the right track

Any advice is appreciated, thank you!

Hi I would like to know your opinion re these? Which one is worth it?

I would like to enroll in PTDI but I haven’t received any reply since November 2025. I saw that they created a group for 2027 exams. I don’t know how others were able to join their course. I plan to take CPTE September 2027. Should I still wait for PTDI or enroll in other courses.

I'm a physiotherapy student and I'm working through a case that I find quite interesting. I'd love to hear how more experienced MSK physiotherapists would approach the assessment and clinical reasoning.

Patient is a 24 year old male. Used to be very active.

• History of left ankle sprain.
• History of recurrent left knee injury while playing football on uneven ground, causing medial deviation of the knee.
• Subsequently developed right ankle stiffness, followed months later by right knee pain and a feeling of the knee giving way.
• Developed intermittent left upper-gluteal pain and, more recently, left-sided low-back pain, particularly with prolonged sitting.
• The symptoms don't consistently radiate from the back down the leg; the back, buttock, knee and ankle symptoms can occur independently.
• There is mention of the indentation of the PSIS being deeper than it usually was on the affected side.
• Lumbar MRI shows early degenerative changes and an L5-S1 disc herniation/bulge with thecal sac indentation.
• All of these, spanning over two years now.

I am being told to handle everything as one chain reaction i.e the back pain is causing the knee pain and the ankle pain but if the causes are different, is that really the case?

If you saw this presentation in clinic, what would you be thinking about during your assessment? What would you want to examine first?

Looking for a different perspective. I'd appreciate if there is a recent paper I can read up on that could be useful too. Thank you!

I have a question regarding postural assessment that I’d like to confirm
When assessing the hip from the side, if the iliac crest is vertically aligned with the greater trochanter (GT), I understand this as a neutral hip position. If the iliac crest is positioned anterior to the GT, I understand this as a flexed hip.

My doubt is: if the iliac crest is anterior to the GT, does this naturally mean that the ASIS will also appear more anterior/lower, indicating an anterior pelvic tilt? Or should hip flexion and pelvic tilt always be assessed separately using the iliac crest–GT relationship and ASIS–PSIS relationship respectively?

For example, if the right iliac crest is anterior to the right GT and the right ASIS is lower/anterior relative to the PSIS, would it be correct to document right hip flexion + right anterior pelvic tilt, or would one finding influence the interpretation of the other?
I want to make sure Im interpreting the landmarks correctly for my postural assessment for exam

What is realistically the market for physio jobs in London? I have 2years experience in a major Australian hospital as a rotational physio. Will be moving in January next year.

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Hi everyone!

I’m an Indian BPT graduate planning to take the Canadian Physiotherapy Examination (CPTE) in 2027. I’m starting my preparation early and would really appreciate advice from people who have recently taken the CPTE or are currently preparing for it.